Slate Roof Covering

Although the majority of roofing material used in new jersey is asphalt based there are some homes that have slate roof coverings.

Slate roof covering.

In the united states and canada the black slates from this single quarry have been the roof covering of choice for some of the most treasured historic buildings and luxury custom homes in north. For people who do not plan to ever sell their home the incredible longevity of slate is a highly desirable benefit. In addition to being beautiful and durable slate roof tiles are also fireproof and environmentally friendly. Slates are a suitable covering for roofs in at a pitch of more than 20 degrees.

We produce the highest quality vermont roofing slate roof shingles products accessories recognized across the u s and canada. They are laid to the same double lap principles as plain tiles but unlike plain tiles every slate course is fixed to the battens by head or centre nailing. Considering that an average roof in the us is about 1 600 sq ft. Many slate tile manufacturers offer up to 100 year warranty on their products.

How much does a synthetic slate roof cost. Generally the larger the slate the lower the roof may be pitched. Material prices range from 350 400 per square. By comparison you would spend at least 26 400 on a natural slate roof of the same size.

Durability and low maintenance. Slate roof tiles are also extremely durable outlasting the buildings they are installed on in some cases. Slate roof coverings the good and the bad. In fact installed and cared for properly it is not unheard of for a slate roof to last 150 years or more.

Slate roof tiles are made of 100 natural stone and have a naturally cleft surface with beautiful color variation ranging over the entire roof.